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Exploring the history of the Northern Michigan Asylum, this book delves into its foundation in 1885 under Dr. James Decker Munson, its role in serving mental health needs for over a century, and its eventual decline and closure in 1989. It highlights the institution's growth, development, and preservation efforts within the Traverse City community. Featuring over 200 photographs, the work captures the essence of the asylum, including many lost features and buildings, providing a poignant look at its legacy and impact on local history.
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Traverse City State Hospital, Christopher R. Miller
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- 2005
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- Title
- Traverse City State Hospital
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Christopher R. Miller
- Publisher
- Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
- Publisher
- 2005
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 130
- ISBN13
- 9781531619398
- Category
- World history, Geography / Topography
- Description
- Exploring the history of the Northern Michigan Asylum, this book delves into its foundation in 1885 under Dr. James Decker Munson, its role in serving mental health needs for over a century, and its eventual decline and closure in 1989. It highlights the institution's growth, development, and preservation efforts within the Traverse City community. Featuring over 200 photographs, the work captures the essence of the asylum, including many lost features and buildings, providing a poignant look at its legacy and impact on local history.